B78/100
BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,637 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
SC3250012
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BGWC I-20 (SC3250012)
Is BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) water safe to drink?
BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 34 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) detected?
34 contaminants were tested in BGWC I-20 (SC3250012)'s water. Notable contaminants include PFOS. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) have any EPA violations?
Yes, BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) serve?
BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) serves approximately 6,637 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: West Columbia.
What type of water does BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) provide?
BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is SC3250012.
How does BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
BGWC I-20 (SC3250012) scores 78/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our South Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.